Back-to-school time has come! Exit aperitifs and barbecues: September is the time when we resume good eating habits. And between going back to work or school and the arrival of autumn, it’s especially the good time to stock up on vitamins. This allows us to start off on the right foot and stock up for the winter. But which vitamins should be favored at this time of year? And where to find them?
Vitamine A
Vitamin A (beta-carotene) is essential for our immune system to function optimally, and therefore to prevent and block infections. In addition, it preserves the health of our mucous membranes, which are in the front line to defend us once morest viruses. Very good oxidant, vitamin A also participates in the renewal of cells and tissues. It also contributes to good vision.
Vitamins A are found in products of animal origin (meat, fish, eggs, cheese, etc.), in sweet potatoes and in certain vegetables, in particular orange (carrots, apricots, mangoes, etc.) and greens (spinach, parsley…). Note that a fatty substance will promote the absorption of vitamins A.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is the anti-virus weapon that our body needs in winter! It prevents diseases and strengthens the immune system. With a strong antioxidant power, it also prevents cell aging. It is also an energy boost.
This vitamin cannot be stored by the body. In other words, to be in good health, it is essential to have a daily intake (hence the famous rule of five fruits and vegetables per day, first sources of vitamin C). And to optimize the absorption of vitamin C, it is better to consume these foods raw.
Vitamin D
It’s not called “the sunshine vitamin” for nothing. In fact, the main natural source of vitamin D is exposure to the sun. In autumn and winter, it is therefore necessary to compensate through intake through food. Because vitamin D is not only an anti-fatigue ally that improves mood, but it is also an effective weapon once morest respiratory infections.
Vitamine B12
Beyond the benefits for our body (formation of red blood cells, cell division, etc.), vitamin B12 is essential at the start of the school year due to its benefits for our brain. It balances and protects our nervous system while boosting our brain activity.
other essentials
To strengthen our immune system as winter approaches, we must not only stock up on vitamins, but also minerals and nutrients. Let us underline in particular the importance of an iron intake which is a real anti-fatigue. And with the resumption of work or studies, a small cure of magnesium can be very useful. Indeed, magnesium is effective for improving concentration, but also for fighting once morest stress and the fall blues!
